We Remember
HARDER, Timothy James
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It is with great sadness we announce that Timothy James Harder was involved in a tragic car accident. He died on Sunday, August 18, 2013 with his entire family at his bedside. He was 31 years old. Timothy is survived by his loving parents, James & Joyce Harder; brothers Robin (Susan) and Graham (Nicole); sister Erika (Andrew) Vorhies; niece Georgia and nephew Henry. Tim had endless energy and enthusiasm for life. He will be terribly missed by all who knew him. There will be a Memorial Service held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Tim Harder Memorial Award can be made online at http://www.okanagan.bc.ca/Campus_and_Community/Okanagan_College_Foundation/Donate_to_Okanagan_College.html or mailed to:
Okanagan College Foundation, 1000 KLO Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 4X8
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Condolences
Dear Jim, Joyce and family – We read with sorrow about the loss of your beloved son. Our most heartfelt condolences and prayers are sent, with our love. Maureen and Kathleen Sawisky
Our condolences go out to the Harder family. Tim was a big part of our skiing lives having instilled a joy for life and sport in everyone he touched. We are going to miss him.
Jim, Joyce, Rob, Graham, and Erika:
We were so saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. His zest for life was well known and we know how large his presence was in your family. We wish we could be there with you during this trying time. Our thoughts are with you.
Jason, Rhonda, Seamus, and Cara Howard
Our prayers and thoughts are with all the Harder family at this very difficult time.
The loss of Tim is so tragic.
Love and prayers,
Colin and Marilyn
Dear Harder Family,
I am so deeply sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.
I will always remember Tim for his boundless energy at the lake, on the ski hill, and anywhere else that an adventure could be found. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Greg Lowan-Trudeau
Joyce & Family
My deepest sympathies go out to all of you at this time. I know no words can help at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you……Marg
It seems so surreal, Tim coached two of my daughters and became a good friend in the process. Katrina my youngest cried when he left the Vernon Ski Club…words cannot express how she is felling now. What a terrible loss, he will be missed and the start gate of ski races will never be the same.
Sorry very sad to hear about Timothy.My thoughts and prays are with you.Cathy
Jim, Joyce and family,
I am so very sorry to have heard about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this tragedy.
Joanne Ladner
Jim and Joyce our hearts are so sad for you and your family. Growing up Tim was always such a pleasure to see and be around. Our entire family has been touched.
Jim and Joyce and family,
I read with such profound sadness the news about Timothy this morning. Our sincere condolences to yourselves and your entire family.
Linette
Joyce and family-we were heartbroken to hear of Tim’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this sad time.
Dear Jim, Joyce and all your family — I was so sad to read this morning about your loss of your beloved Tim. I have fond memories of hearing of his many activities and his zest for life as he grew up. Please know that you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave and Diane Macdonald
Dear Harder Family…
I am so very saddened to hear about this unbelievable tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this extremely difficult time. I will always remember Tim’s zest for life, and how he always lived life to the fullest even when we were small children. My heart is hurting so much for you all. Please know we are praying for you for comfort and strength.
Dear Joyce, Jim and family,
I was shocked and saddened to learn of your devastating loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Love, Susan
Joyce, Jim & Family,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Harder Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss and hope you are finding comfort sharing memories of Tim.
My summer and springs at Hector were filled with so much laughter and joy because of Tim. He made those of us he lived and worked with feel so supported and loved.
Dear Joyce, Dear Jim, Rick and I are both deeply saddened by your loss. Knowing the two of you and Erika,means a great deal to us and allows us some insight into your family. Our hearts are heavy and have skipped several beats. We’re sending our love, best wishes and condolences.
Jim, Joyce & Family,
There’s no words that can express how sorry I am to hear about the loss of your precious son, Tim. May the comfort of God help you during these difficult times.
My love and sympathy to all of you.
Ethel Harris
Dear Joyce, Jim, Robin, Erika, Graham and family,
We are shocked and saddened to hear about Tim. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you journey this difficult path. May the great memories of a wonderful son, brother and uncle bring comfort and smiles as you remember your special times together.
With our deepest sympathy,
George and Karen
Dr. Joyce and family
We are deeply saddened by your son’s passing. Losing a child is one of life’s most tragic events and our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family.
Gina, Quinn & Cheyenne Parker Whitlow
Dear Joyce, Jim & family,
It was with profound sadness that we learned of Tim’s tragic passing.
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anne & Ken Marchand
Dear Joyce, Jim and family. It is with such great sadness that I learned about the tragic passing of your son Timothy. My thoughts are with you in this very difficult time. From Heidi Schroter and family
Dear Harder family,
We are deeply sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. We send our sympathies and sincere condolences.
Jim and Helen Parker
Joyce, Jim and Family
My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of deep loss.
Dear Harder Family,
We are saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. Our thoughts and love are with all of you.
Harder family your son/brother/uncle was a great man who led us on many outrageous adventures. He will be missed by many but forgotten by none.
Dr. Harder and family
We are very sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. Losing a child is one of life’s most tragic events and our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family.
Gina, Quinn & Cheyenne Parker-Whitlow
Dear Joyce, Jim and Family,
I am so very saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. My heart goes out to you at this terribly sad time. Marcus and I have you in our thoughts.
Love,
Barb and Marcus Clay
Dear Joyce, Jim and Family.
Sending you all lots of love and prayers at this heartbreaking time. I was so saddened to hear this news. Please know how many people are thinking of you right now and in the weeks and months to come.
Justy Clay xoxo
Dr. Harder and family
We are very sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gina, Quinn & Cheyenne Parker-Whitlow
Jim and Helen Parker
Our son, Nathan MacDonald (Graham’s friend) just informed us of Tim’s death. Nathan was with your family when his brother Brodie was killed on the school hike in 2000. So, it is especially poignant and sad for us to hear of Tim’s death. I can completely relate to your shock and horror, this is such a difficult time. Over the years I have learned many things about coping with the death of a son. Perhaps, when the time is right, I can share with you. Nathan & I will certainly come to the Memorial Service. My heart breaks for you. Hazel
Joyce, Jim and family
Words are not enough to describe the loss of Tim. I am truly saddened and Im very sorry to hear that news.
Sincerely
Linda Fundytus
I am extremely saddened by this news. My heart and condolences go out to the Harder family. Boy did you ever make me laugh Tim. Highlight of every race. You just knew how to have a great time and make people feel comfortable and enjoy themselves too. Rest in peace my favorite buddy on the hill.
Tim was a dear friend, a capable, intelligent and adventurous man with a great passion for life. I have many fond memories dating back to our childhoods. Tim kept his childlike, playful nature to the end.
My heart goes out to the family for this terrible loss, especially to James and Joyce. If I can be of assistance in the coming months, please get in touch.
To all the Harder family – Tim had such energy and athleticism. We are so sorry to hear the terrible news. From our family to yours, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Matthew, Kathryn, and Ben Layton and Jim and Gayle
Tim’s love for life and people was contagious. He will be sadly missed and remembered for his great enthusiasm and honesty. Absolutely one if a kind. We are thankful for having know such a caring person. Dugald, Roberta, Hamish and Rowena Dunlop. Coldstream
Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your son. Tim coached our kids at the ski club and always had lots of enthusiasm with the kids. Always a laugh and a chuckle with him around. I was shocked and saddened to hear this news. He will be missed.
Jim and Joyce,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kevin, Kathy, Kurt and Karys
To The Harder Family,
So sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. My husband and I worked with him at CCH and enjoyed his love and enthusiasm for life. Wishing you all the best in such a difficult time.
Sincerely,
Meegan and Chad White
So sad to hear of Tim’s passing. He was a guy with a great spirit. He’ll be sadly missed.
Dear Harder Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to your family.
I will never forget the seasons I spent coaching with Tim at Silver Star. Tim’s enthusiasm, humour, and love for skiing had a positive influence on everyone around him.
Sincere condolences,
Jen Stew
Timtim was always supportive of my brother and I , even when he wasn’t our ski coach anymore. Even though he had no children of his own, I’d like to think of the team as his children. He encouraged us when we were down, and always was ready to listen when we needed to talk. We will miss him greatly. We all have a place for him in our hearts.
Rowena & Hamish
Tim was one of the nicest guys I’ve ever met. I am going to miss him. I send all my best wishes for his family
Jim and Joyce,
What a sad time.
My prayers go out to you all
Laura Connolly
Dear Joyce and Jim and Family My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss and sorrow
Drs Jim and Joyce and family,
I am so sorry to learn of your son’s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Lorraine Mabon
to the entire harder family,we are still in shock as you all are too,may you all know that Tim was our kids first ski coach and he always said that they were his kids…many a time he took care of them through their struggles with allergies and life,he did anything for you and you didn’t have to ask.May you all find some peace and know that Tim was loved and will be missed dearly.Rest in Peace dear friend..Gavin,Ravi,Pritam and Garrette Vliet
Harder Family,
We are so sorry about your loss. Sending huge hugs your way, today and always.
From Jen, Dave, Lukas, Erik and Nicole Hoch
It’s difficult to express the sorrow our family is feeling. Tim was a wonderful ski coach for two of our daughters. I’ll never forget when Siobhan, at 9 years old, asked me “what makes Tim so cool?”. And Holly described him as “the best coach ever”. We will miss him tremendously.
The Clancy Family
Jim, Joyce and Family
I was very saddened this morning when I read of Tim’s passing. My prayers are for you and your family at this time.
Sincerely -Paul and Ruth MacAulay
Dear Jim, Joyce, and Family,
I am shocked and saddened to hear this news. I was able to get to know Tim through the Vernon Ski Club and, even though he did not coach my children directly, I was always impressed by his enthusiasm and how naturally he could inspire his athletes to achieve their best. In recent years, I always looked forward to seeing Tim and being able to share some time with him. I will miss him, but will never forget him. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Dear: Joyce,James and family: Words cannot express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved son Tim. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May his beautiful smile be with you always and the joy he brought to you be a blessed memory. warmly Rosslyn and Norman and Dori-ann and Madison
Joyce and Jim, this is such a sad day for your family to lose one so young, so vibrant and in the prime of his life. Love to you.
Dear Harder Family,
So sad to hear about Tim’s passing. He was an incredible inspiration to our son Alex and his “funnest ski coach ever.” Awesome guy! We will never forget him.
Andy, Juanita and Alex Roehrig
Dear Joyce, Jim and family
It is with heavy hearts that we send you our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love Cindy, Darin and family
Tim was loved by so many but by his family the most – he loved you right back. How lucky we were to have him in our lives. Sending you strength and love to help you make your way … Hugs Carol
Jim, Joyce, and family,
We were shocked to hear this horrible news, and so, so sorry for your tremendous loss.
We sat on that highway on Saturday at Rogers Pass, knowing that the accident scene ahead was likely a grim one, but unaware of course that Tim was involved.
We are praying, all of us, for you and your family.
God be with you all.
Ed and Sherri
Dear Jim and Joyce: Words cannot express the devastating loss of your family. My heart goes out to you and your family as you try to cope with this terrible loss. Sincerely, Cy
Jim, Joyce & Family
Words cannot express our sadness for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Puloski Family
Dear Jim, Joyce, and Family
We are so saddened to hear of this horrible tragedy. Unfortunately we did not know Tim, but clearly he was a star. Our deepest sympathies go out to you.
May God walk with you during this time.
Kelly and Jennifer Johnston
Dear Joyce,Jim and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Heartbreaking. I have the best memories of Tim and learned so much about joy, laughter, adventure, working with kids, and living every minute. Larger than life can’t begin to describe his incredible energy. I have a lifetime of gratitude for the time I spent with Tim. Sincere condolences to the Harder family.
To the Harder Family,
Tim had an amazing impact on young ski racers throughout the Okanagan. As a fellow race family, Tim left us with many fond memories. Tim will be dearly missed. My families condolences to yours. Rob, Heather, Megan & Ryan Moffat
Dear Jim, Joyce, and family: Words can not truly express our sympathy for you at this time of sorrow. Just know that our heart goes out to you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories of Tim. Sincerely, Jim and Lori Vorhies
Harder Family,
Tim had an amazing impact on young ski racers. As an Okanagan ski race family we can attest, as he did on our kids and many others he was fortunate enough to coach and be close to. He will be dearly missed.
Rob, Heather, Megan & Ryan Moffat
Jim and Joyce we are so sad to hear of this news. Shocking! I did not know Tim personally but remember Jim always speaking of him so proudly and lovingly, never without a smile! Our hearts ache for you and your family.
Rob, Jill, Haaken and Quincy
We send our deepest sympathies to the family.
We met Tim through the Vernon Ski Club and he coached both of our boys with such vigor and excitement. He was one of the first ski race coaches we got to know and he definitely made the sport exciting! He was an unforgettable guy.
Thank you for sharing him.
He will be so sadly missed, from our family and from everyone that met him.
Anton and Jules
Jane and David
Jim, Joyce, Erika and family it is with great sadness that I heard your news of the loss of Timothy. I pray that your wonderful memories with Timothy help you through this time and the years to come as your remember your beloved son. Nicole Johnson (Calgary)
Jim, Joyce and family,
We were very saddened to hear the sad news of Tim. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to each of you at this very difficult time.
Love, Ron and Pat
Joyce & Jim
We were so sad to hear of the loss of your son. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary & Jim Courtney
Jim, Joyce & family,
Our hearts ache for you and your family on the loss of Tim. May you find some comfort in the wonderful memories with your loving son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack and Cheryl Ladick
Jim, Joyce and family,
We are very saddened to hear about Tim. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to each of you at this very difficult time.
Love,
Ron and Pat
Dear Joyce, Jim, Robin, Erika and Graham,
The shock and sadness that Pete and I feel is without words. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you all as your family tries to absorb this terrible tragedy. Tim has touched many lives over the years and I’m sure, changed many people’s worlds along the way.
Love, Sandy, Pete, Katie and Robbie xo
Dear Jim, Joyce and family,
We are deeply saddened to hear about the tragic accident and Tim’s death. Joyce you once described Tim as your free spirit child and free spirit he was. Cameron and Vanessa loved having him as a camp councillor – they had many great stories to tell. May memories of his spirit and zest for life be of comfort during this difficult time. Our sincere condolences.
Dear Joyce, Jim, Robin, Graham , Erika and family.
I was so saddened to hear the devastating news about your Tim. Please know the hearts of your friends and family are also breaking. May God provide you with the strength you need to carry on.
With love, Betty Robinson and family.
To the Harder Family,
Tim was a special man who’s love for life and skiing inspired many. He has a legacy that will endure. My deepest sympathies for your loss.
My husband and I remember Tim from Hector. We are so sorry for your terrible loss. He was always vibrant, enthusiastic, and outgoing. Our thoughts are with you.
So sorry for your loss. Tim’s spirit was so special , we are all richer to have known him.
Jim, Joyce and Family
As we think of your loss we cry
As we remember Tim we smile
Our prayers are yours
Brian, Virginia and Family
Dear Jim and Joyce,
I am so sad to hear of Tim’s death- I can’t even begin to comprehend your grief and your pain for the loss of your son. I send my hugs to you both, as well as to your entire family.
Jane Kohut ( now Makin), Vancouver BC
Dear Joyce & Family,
So deeply saddened to hear this news. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Even though we now live in different cities, I think of you from time to time. You are in my thoughts today.
Roz Gillis, Vancouver, BC
Dear Harder family,
I only met Tim in July when I worked with him at a ski race camp on the glacier at Whistler. I enjoyed the week I spent with him and the other participants in the race camp. His passion for ski racing was always evident – he will be missed.
My deepest condolences to you.
Dear Jim, I had the pleasure of meeting Tim once as you were gracious enough to introduce him to me at ACH way back when. He seemed so full of spirit and adventure, and I loved his sensed of self when I asked him had he ever considered a career in medicine he replied”Hell no!” Please know as a parent of four children myself, how very much I feel your pain today.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this very difficult time in your life…
Regards,
Devin, Myles, Amanda, Taylor and Connor Maxey
Harder Family,
Your son was such an amazing friend and will be missed by all. I am so sorry for your loss.
Regards,
Katie Poppitt
Oh Gosh. We can’t describe how badly we feel for you, Jim and Joyce, and your family. May time dim the intensity of the pain and let comfort come from memories of a wonderful individual. Love, Bob and Susan Hollinshead
Dear Joyce, Jim, Erica and Family,
on behalf of myself and all of your colleagues and friends in the division of Pediatric anesthesia we wish to offer our sincere condolences at this time of loss. Know that our thoughts are with you and we wish you strength and support at this time.
David Lardner and the Division of Pediatric Anesthesia
Dear Jim and Joyce: I was so saddened to learn of your precious loss. I know that it is very hard at times like this but please be strong. My sincere condolences to you both and your family. Know that there is one more star now shining in the heavens above. John
To the Harder Family
We were shocked and saddened to hear the sad news about Tim. Our family met and got to know Tim through ski racing with the Vernon Ski Club, where he spent several seasons coaching our sons. He had an infectious enthusiasm and a very special way of relating to and motivating young athletes. In an all too short time, he made a significant positive impact on many of the young athletes he coached. He will be missed. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Connie, Stephen, Ryan and Evan Viszlai
Greatly saddened to learn that Tim has left us. A great man and a pleasure to know him and work with him at Silver Star.
Dear Harder Family,
It is with great sadness that I learned of your tragic loss. My thoughts, love and prayers are with you all.
Dear Joyce and Jim,
We are so very saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and yours.
Warren and Doreen Hindle
Joyce & family,
We are shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. We pray for comfort for your family as you grieve the unexpected death of your son/brother.
Colin, Patty, Janelle & Isabelle
Dear Harder Family. We were so shocked to hear this tragic news. Dylan has many fond memories of Tim while spending summers with Graham at your home in Shuswap. Please accept our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies. Franquie and Leigh Parkinson and Dylan and Jesslyn Brigley.
What a terrible loss. Our family sends deepest condolences to the Harder family. Although I am sure he never intended to, Tim has left a legacy of skiers who know what it is to have a genuine love for the sport. Tim was the poster child for passion and enthusiasm. Have no doubt that the influence on the families he touched will be lasting. The clink-clink of silver spurs will be greatly missed.
Connie, Steve, Ryan and Evan Viszlai
(Silver Star)
Dear Joyce, Jim and Family. It is difficult to write this through my tears….I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your precious son – Tim. There is no greater pain than the loss of a child…You are in my thoughts Gary, Bev and Keri Moore
Jim, Joyce and Family – From our hearth to yours, our hearts go out to you upon learning of the loss of your son Tim. May the love of all who know and love you, carry you through these sorrowful times. You our in our thoughts…
Michele, Nabeel and Navar Maxted
To the Harder family,
On behalf of the Vernon Ski Club, I offer our deepest sympathies on the passing of Tim. Ski racing is above all a family endeavor. Tim played a special part in the lives our both our athletes and the parents of our Club, and we are all feeling the loss of someone that had a big role in helping our kids grow as athletes and as people. He was always first in line to do the dirty jobs – laying down the “paint” on the Downhill track, and no one did the job better. He helped keep us safe. We are thankful for the time Tim spent with us…
Peace
Rob Tupper
President, Vernon Ski Club
Dear Joyce and Jim, we are so sorry to hear of Tim’s death. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Michelle & Andrew
Dear Joyce, Jim and Family
A horrible shock for us to hear of Tim’s death. Our sincerest condolences in this sad time
All the best
Walter and Heather
Jim, Joyce and Harder Family,
Please aceept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rejoice in his life.
Ken And Andrea Moghadam, Hilda Moghadam
Dear Joyce, Jim and Family,
It is with great sadness to hear the news of Tim’s passing. May the Lord guide and comfort you in this time of sorrow and I hope you find peace in the love of the friends and family around you.
Tara, Don, Chelsea, Kaylea and Shealyn Maxted
Dear Joyce and Family,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family . This is truly a tragedy of unbelievable magnitude.
Dear Joyce and Family,
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your son. Our thoughts are with you and your family and may love of all those around you carry you through this sorrowful time.
Matthew and Michelle Gibson
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. We will keep you in our prayers. Ken and Sylvia
Jim and Joyce,
We just heard moments ago about the sudden death of your beloved son, Tim. We are shocked and saddened that this happened and that you must endure such a devastating event. Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. Tom & Janet
We all have great memories of the time Tim started coaching at Team Panorama. I met Tim again this spring at Silver Star to renew our friendship. Margaret & Jack Dunphy
Joyce, Jim and Family
You have helped so many children and saved so many lives it is so unfair that one of yours is taken from you. May you have the strength to endure and accept our heartfelt sympathies.
Al and Shellie Kryski
Dear Jim,
My deepest condolences to you and your family, My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dennis and I are deeply sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prays are with you all!
My heart goes out to Tim’s family and and friends. I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of watching Tim work with the kids at the local zone races. His enthusiasm was infectious, and it was obvious that the kids loved him. His wonderful influence will always be with those kids, and that is one part of the legacy that he leaves, even at such a young age.
Although I’ve only known Tim for a year he left a lasting impact on me as I’m sure many others can say the same. He coached some of the US Telemark team @ Whistler July of 2012 as well as this past July just a short month ago. Although he was not a telemark skier his skills at Alpine racing carried over to Telemark & he rose to the challenge and helped all of us that were fortunate enough to attend the camps w/thoughtful & beneficial advice. I was lucky enough to have had a chance to stay with Tim for a few days this past March when Silver Star held the Canadian National Telemark Championships and had a chance to see Tim in a different light then role of coach and saw a side of him that many may have not known existed. He for all his oddities & quirks was one of the brightest & aware individuals that I’ve ever met & his ability to read personalities was one of his greatest assets regarding ski coaching. He was a great asset for our ski camp @ Whistler as he knew all the other coaches & was quite assertive regarding getting the absolute best treatment for all of us attending the camp. His passion for coaching is unlike any I have experienced and it became obvious how much he loved it from the first day I was around Tim. He kept things entertaining to say the least with his ski boot “Spurs” and vintage mid sixties “Downhill Racer” motorola walkie talkie (see attached photo) but always there to lend a hand and give a kind word of advice to his racers. I know I will miss Tim and his zest for life more then words can describe as will all those that had the privledge of knowing him. I wish the Harder family much strength, love & compassion during this difficult time!
Thank you Scott, your words are a great comfort to us. Tim was certainly unique, he led all of us on a lot of adventures. We are hurting a lot!
Jim and Joyce we always loved Tim’s love of life, the free spirit he exuded, he was his own individual. We are heart saddened for your whole family, but as parents can not even know the torment you must be going through. Know that we keep you all in our prayers. Brian and Colleen LUCO
Dear Joyce, Jim and family,
My sincerest condolences to you. I met Tim a few years back at a ski race at Silverstar. Since then I would always look forward to bumping into him…his passion and enthusiasm was (& will remain to be) infectious
Best to you all
Jeff
Dear Harder Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time, our families have endured alot lately. Be strong
Jim, Joyce and Harder family,
Our thoughts are with you. Please accept our sincere condolences.
John and Vici Kortbeek
Dear Jim, Joyce and family:
We were so sorry to hear about Tim. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Ron and Debbie Woolhouse
Joyce and Jim
Very sorry to hear of your tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Todd Anderson
Graham and the Harder family,
I’m so sorry to hear about your brother Tim. My family and I send our heartfelt condolences to all of you.
Neil Chittick
There are no words that will ease the pain of losing a child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are right across the road if you need anything.
Joyce, Jim, and Family.
We are so very saddened to hear of the loss of your Tim. Our condolences and wishes for peace to you at this time.
Shannon, Gord, and Hannah Maxted
Jim, Joyce, Erika and Family:
We are so shocked and saddened by your tragic loss. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. There are no words to help ease the pain of your loss. We hope that with time you will find peace and that you will find strength in remembering the joys and laughter that you shared with Tim.
Janet, Daryl, Katie and Nicole.
Hi Jim and Joyce and family
We were all so saddened by your great loss. On behalf of the all the secretaries in the pediatric surgery division, our sincere condolences to each of you. You are in our thoughts. Betty and the rest of the secretaries.
Joyce, Jim & Family,
Please know that my prayers & thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Catherine
Jim, Joyce and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time…Although I never met Tim, I had the pleasure of listening to you proudly tell stories of all he was up to…his enthusiasm and zest for the world has obviously left a huge impression on all that knew him…My sincere condolences, Errin
Jim, Joyce and Family:
Ruth and I were saddened to hear about the tragic accident and passing of Tim. We offer our deepest condolences and will always remember Tim as a “free spirit” and an individual who loved and lived life to the fullest. We have fond memories of Tim at Mara Lake during several summers.
Doug and Ruth Pearce and Family.
Dear Jim, Joyce and Family
So very sorry to hear of your son Tim’s passing. Our deepest sympathies. May God give you the courage and strength to cope with the difficult time ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wayne Kauffman, Vivien Wulff
To the Harder Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Tim – my thoughts are with you all.
I can’t imagine who I would be today if it wasn’t for you! So, I thought I would write a list of things you taught me when you were my ski coach. You taught me how to: love chocolate covered coffee beans, how to embrace my inner princess and how to let it make me stronger rather than weaker, how to go balls-to-the-wall, how to punch, how to use a lasso, how to pick up boys (valuable for a 12 year old girl at the time!), how to love Led Zepplin (and the rocking ’80’s movies to with them), that no kid ever gets left behind no matter how slow they are on skis, how to play screwdriver and chicken, never to jump off a building because of consequences (you used yourself as an example), endurance because a little rain in Fernie never really hurt anyone!, to get up after the worst falls to race again, impeccable timing (you would show up miraculously once a week at my place right at dinner time), how teflon on my skis at the start really makes you fly down the ramp, and most importantly, how to laugh, really laugh, from the belly. You influenced me growing up and you helped make me who I am today. If it wasn’t for you I wouldn’t have more than half my ski equipment in various shades of pink, I wouldn’t be addicted to coffee and therefore probably would’ve grown taller, I wouldn’t have the resolve to make half the tough decisions I’ve made, I wouldn’t have tried to turn my life into a musical, and I wouldn’t be half as compassionate or understanding. I am super proud to have been a member of your Princess Squads. You were more than a coach could have ever been, you were family to me, and I wish I could hit first chair on a powder day with you again. You were an amazing guy and it’s easy to see how many other ski racers, paddlers, and friends feel the same deep loss. You are already greatly missed. I would give anything to get another big fluffy patched down jacket hug from you. I wish I could have you as a friend for the rest of my life. I love you Tim…rest in peace.
Jim, Joyce and family:
It was a pleasure to know tim and to share a part of my life with him as he was so generous, adventurous and funny. His passion for life will be miss. My sincere condolences, my thoughts and my prayers go with you during this sad time.
Marie-Josee
Dear Joyce, Jim and family,
I am most saddened by the news of your son’s passing. Please accept my condolences. May your family strength help you all through this difficult time.
Sincerely Monique Wright
We were very sad and shocked to hear this news today. I first noticed Tim in the start tent many years ago as he, with enthusiasm and caring words sent his racers out the start gate. We affectionately nicknamed him ‘Cowboy’ that day. Since then I have had the privilege of meeting & watching Tim in action at several race events. He has impacted many young racers and his loss will be felt far and wide. Our sincere condolences to the entire Harder family. You have sadly lost an admirable young man.
Dear Jim, Joyce and Harder family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. His energy and enthusiasm as a coach was admired and will be missed.
Paul, Kirsten, Silken and Nils
Joyce and Jim, my thoughts and prayers are with you through this sad time. I remember Tim as a young boy full of mischief and adventure. Tim’s smile was infectious and everyone that knew him had no choice but to love him! My sincere condolences.
Dearest Joyce & Jim, and Family,
We are heartbroken to hear of Tim’s tragic passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are for your healing hearts through this very difficult time.
Much love,
Julie & Chris McKanna
To the Harder Family
There is a lot of sadness around our home this week. Tim coached our boys in the Vernon ski club for over 4 years . He also was our Coach while I was president at the Revelstoke Ski Club and provided many great memories for the athletes in our club he coached . Tim was also Margaret’s and my friend. Tim was a great team builder in our club. He truly inspired all and supported them to do their best as an athlete. He was what you want in a coach , making each athlete perform to his best abilities and making them feel great. He was full of inspiration for our athletes and full of shenanigans as you probably know . The entire ski community knew his spurs ,his colorful ways and his dedication to his athletes. We hired Tim in 2012 with some pretty stringent demands and his head Coach (and Tim’s past youth coach ( Ned)) insisted on a good work ethic which Tim provided never being late. Tim was just calling our boys last week, years after coaching them as a friend wanting to go white-water kayaking and kiteboarding with them. He made friends with all his athletes and I don’t think I have ever seen him forget to encourage his old athletes. He will be missed by all. I would be proud to have a son that inspired so many young people to try their best. On behalf of my Family and the entire Revelstoke Ski club our condolences and hopefully tears will subside and memories will prevail .
Richard & Margaret, Smith and Family
And the Revelstoke Ski Club
as we all try to share the pain of your grief you know Tim will never be forgotten. Both Chris and Greg enjoyed knowing him through skiing and I always wanted to know what he was “up to” when I saw you at work! Perhaps we now have part of as answer as to why Tim lived life to his fullest doing what he loved.
Dear Jim, Joyce and family,
So saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. I always enjoyed hearing Jim talk about Tim at work. There are no words to express our heartfelt sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brian & Judy Kuwahara
To the Harder Family,
Our condolences and prayers for you at this most inconsolable time. We have fond memories of Tim on and off the ski hill, giving it his all. Words are never enough at a time like this but please know you, your family and Tim are in our hearts.
Daryl, Deb, Tyler (Dana Helgestad) & Brooks Jans PSC Ski Club
Joyce and Family, I have just heard of your tragic loss. I cannot express how much my heart is breaking for you all. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Love Lindsay Gammon and Family
Dear Harder Family,
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Tim. I had the pleasure of skiing with him and meeting up with him at races a number of times the last few years. He was always full of energy and fun to be around. My sincere condolences.
Ben Johnson
I was really looking forward to getting to know you better buddy.
Dear Joyce, Jim and family.
Although I never met Tim, I came to know him through Hughy and Syd and I can not adequately express my sympathy for you and everyone in your immediate and extended family. I only know from experience that the sorrow lessens with the passing of time but there is always that feeling that someone is missing. My sincere condolences to you all.
To Joyce, Jim and Family
I was deeply saddened to read of Tim’s sudden death. Life throws many curve balls now and again, and you have our sincerest sympathies. Take care.
Chris and Stuart Neil
Our deepest sympathies. We haven’t seen Tim for many years but enjoyed our time with him while he was coaching for Team Panorama very, very much. Tim and his ski buddy/fellow coach, Craig, instilled a lifelong love of skiing in our two boys, Rhys and Kyle, for which they and we will always be grateful. His humor, endless energy and knowledge made him a wonderful teacher. He was also very effective Head Coach, as difficult a job as that was.We were lucky to have him, and the world is a dimmer place without him.
Dear Joyce and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Joyce you helped so many parents who have lost children over the years. I hope you find strength and comfort in your journey. I was your clinic social worker many years ago.
Jim and Joyce and family, I was so saddened to hear of the sudden loss of your son Timothy. I cannot imagine the heartache and pain you must have but I know that your happy memories of him will help you in the future. My sincerest condolences to all of you.
Darlene Winder
Dear Joyce, Jim & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the recent death of Timothy. As you both know from your work the death of a child is one of life’s most devastating events. You are in our thoughts and we share in your saddness.
Bonnie & George Wyse
My daughter Meg and I had the privilege to go to the BC Winter Games with Tim. We will always remember him for his encouragement, patience, energy and outstanding commitment. He loved the kids and always referred to them as “his kids”! He took all those kids under his wings and had a permanent smile on his face the entire time. He was very proud of them and just shared in the moment. I remember the long waits the kids had, sometimes as long as four hours. Tim always had a plan! He was the only one taking his team out to throw a football around or play a game. Everyone loved him and I as a parent thought we had the best coach and representation in the Games! Tim will be greatly missed and our thoughts and prayers are with his family. It is a very sad day to all of us, but he will be remembered always. We were very lucky to have known him. Tom, Tracey, Vicky and Meg Cumming
On behalf of The Apex Ski Club, we wish to express our deepest condolences to Tim’s family. It is with a sad heart that we say goodbye to a great coach and a great friend. He will forever be remembered for his energy, commitment and dedication to the sport and to the kids. Our thoughts are with you and your entire family.
To the Harder family, we extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. This is a very tragic loss. We wish you have wonderful memories of Tim to carry you forward. You are in our thoughts. Brad & Patricia Seamans
Dear Harder family,
We met Tim on vacation in Banff around 2002 when we were visiting from England. My daughter Jayme, then only 11, was spotted by Tim as a ski racer and from that moment a bond was struck, not just with Jayme but with my son Max, my wife Rona and of course myself. That chance meeting was to change our lives, especially for Jayme who was captivated by Tim’s infectious sense of fun and adventure. Another vacation followed a year later in Panorama, during which Tim and his friend Craig gave Jayme and Max the best skiing experience of their young lives. A plan was hatched for Tim to come to France to ski with us in La Plagne. Tim’s arrival in France was spectacular – he made an instant hit with virtually the whole resort and became friends with everyone we knew and plenty others.
Jayme went on to ski for the GB children, junior and senior team. Max still skis for the GB junior team and if you watch some of the magical videos we have of Tim with our kids, in Panorama, you can see where they got their passion to have fun on the mountain.
This last week has been very tough, knowing that one of the most special people we ever met has left us, way too soon. We are very privileged to have known Tim and to have shared such fantastic times with him. To the whole family we are thinking of you and would love to make contact one day, if you feel able. You should feel proud to have had someone so unique in your family – not one in a million, one in a billion.
Hello to the Baggio family. We were so pleased to see your names on the list this morning. We had tried to call a number that we found in his drawer on the weekend, but not successful in contacting you. We know that Tim had a very special relationship with Jayme and Max , and with both of you. Thank you for always encouraging him, and for making him feel that he was a part of your family. We loved that kid so much, and he knew it, that is our comfort at present. Please tell Jayme and Max how much you love them, and give them a big “patched up fluffy down jacket” hug from our Timmer!!
Hi James and Joyce. I am so sorry I tried to call you back afterwards as I realised it could have been someone from Tim but the number came up unknown. I would so love to speak to you if you could try calling again, if you would like to, I would love that. Its been a huge and terrible shock for me and the whole family. I loved Tim to bits from the first day I met him, just like everyone else did. He was so, so special and has made the biggest impact anyone ever has in my life. I was shy before I spent time with Tim and he tought me to laugh at myself and be confident in being different. Not to care what other people thought and to have fun! Tim was the only person who ever had messier hair than me and he made sure we rocked it! The most gorgeous and fun loving guy and someone who will never leave me. We watched some home videos of us all together this weekend and couldn’t stop laughing! Tim was the life and soul. We had a good cry too, but we are so lucky to have had that much fun with him. If you would like to see them we would be really happy to send you copies. I wish I had one more phone call to tell him how special he was to me and I hope he knew that. Thank you so much for replying to us. It means a hell of a lot. Those puffy down jacket hugs were the best, there will never be better. Love Jayme
Hi Jayme:
Yes, we would love to speak with you. Please give us the correct number, and a good time to call. We have amazingly few pictures of Tim, he never sat still, so would love to have copies!!
Joyce Harder 403-620-7580cell, 403-946-0124 farm
Jim, Joyce & Robin – great to meet with you at Creekside – my deepest condolences to you and your family ~ will remember Tim for his “free spirit” and his love for life with many interests especially to be a GREAT Helicopter Mechanic!
Jim, Joyce and Family:
We are so very saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. We have so many great memories of kids having the time of their lives at the lake. There is a huge hole in all of your lives now but so many great memories that only Tim could have provided. Our sincere condolences. Words can not express this loss.
Jim, Joyce and Family:
We are so very saddened to hear about Tim’s passing. We have such amazing memories of kids having the time of their lives at the lake. It’s a huge hole left in your family but you all have such wonderful memories that only Tim could have provided. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Dear Joyce
I am saddened to hear that you are having to grieve your son. As I have only worked with yourself, I did not know Tim, but with yourself as a mother I can see why he was amazing. As a newer mother myself, my heart breaks for you. I wish you and your family all the strength you will need at such a trying time.
Sincerely, Gillian Ronald (ACH RD)
Joyce, Jim and Family,
Please know that my prayers & thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Kluane
Tim touched the hearts of my family. He was a sensitive caring individual. Over the past year I watched the relationship between Tim and my son Connar evolve from coach/athlete to a great friendship, shooting pool in the Saloon to rippin it up on Putnam together. We will miss Tim!
Dear Dr. Joyce and Dr. Jim –
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your son. From two people who save lives and make lives better for others, this just doesn’t seem fair. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Condolences, Heather
(Dr. Joyce, you saved my baby daughter Jamie’s life in 1989-1990 when she had SVT).
Dear Joyce, Jim and family,
I got to know Tim a little through our involvement as volunteer course workers at the Olympics and Lake Louise World Cup. I am so sorry and so very sad for your loss.
Jim, Joyce and family,
Sending heartfelt condolences to you all during the tragic loss of Tim. I remember him as a fun little boy at family events at Uncle Jake and Aunt Lena’s house. Prayers to all of you
Lorri Penner
Dear Harder Family,
on behalf of the Okanagan Alpine Ski Association I would like to send my deepest condolences. Tim has coached all throughout our zone, has taken our team to the BC Winter Games. He was always there for the athletes. he was a great team builder, which is always remarkable in an individual sport. He will be missed around the slopes, but never forgotten by all the athletes he coached and mentored.
Dear Joyce & family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our caring thoughts are with you as you endure this difficult time; just as you cared for our family years ago. Our condolences,
Karen, Rick & Michael Lasby
Jim, Joyce and Family,
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. It’s hard to understand why people are taken from us. Words fall short of expressing my sorrow.
James,Joyce and family. I just heard today of Tim’s tragic passing and am so saddened for your entire family. Praying that the memories you hold in your hearts will help ease the pain. Thinking of all of you.
Dr’s Jim and Joyce and family.
I am very sorry to here of your tragic loss. My sympathy goes out to you and all your family.
Look after each other.
Linda Klemenz
ACH Day Surgery Unit
(The little person that has been at ACH forever)
This is a lovely photo of Tim
Jayme, please call us when you get a chance. 403-946-0124 at the farm, 403-620-7580 cell for Joyce, 403-804-0360 cell for Jim. Great picture, still had the dreadlocks!
Dear Jim, Joyce and family,
In this time of inconsolable sorrow, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest condolences. Christina Yu
Dear Joyce, Jim, Rob, Erica, Graham and family,
We extend our prayers and thoughts to all of you on your profound loss of Tim. There are no adequate words.
Heather, Michael and family
Dear Joyce, Jim, Robin, Erika, Graham and families,
I was so sad to hear about Tim’s passing. I can only imagine how difficult this must be for all of you. I’ve been thinking of you lots and sending healing thoughts.
Sincerely,
Marlene Nelson
(former Principal, Banff Trail)
Dear Harder family,
Our family has been involved in the world of ski racing for many years with Big White. As our children progressed through the racing program they all got to know Tim. Tim was a remarkable coach who had the ability to bring together not only the racers on his team but he truly energized and often entertained all the clubs at the start area. The start area for kinder races will never quite be the same without Tim. Tim was a passionate young man who’s high energy spilled over to anyone around him. Having served on many race committee’s over the years I can vividly recall Tim insuring that all his racers whether they were in the first seed or the last received his full attention and sense of humour! He was truly a remarkable young man…our needs more people like Tim. Our deepest condolences to your family and we hope that you find support in knowing that Tim absolutely lived life to the fullest. From Vern, Teresa, Kayla and Ian Johnston. Big White
Dear Jim,Joyce,Rob, Erica and Graham:Over the years as I have spent time with your family and extended family know that I have never known bonds so strong and supportive as you have for one another. I know the loving strength of your family will guide you through this inconceivable tragedy.
My thoughts are with you.
Joyce, Jim and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the recent loss of your son. While we never met Tim, we do recall on our various medical visits discussing our children and having a good laugh over their various antics. Reading the various condolences, one gets a very good picture of the tremendous character of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Luck Family
It was with great shock and sadness that we learned of Tim’s passing. Both of my kids race out of Big white and Tim and his spurs were a fixture in the start corrals. My eldest had the good fortune to be chaperoned by Tim at the BC Winter Games. Tim treated Evan and the rest of those kids like his own. My youngest loved Tim’s sense of style and music. His memory as well as his passion and commitment will live on in all of the kids and families he has touched. Our deepest condolences.
Dear Joyce Jim & Family
We were so sad to hear of Tim’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and in the days to come. You have a special place in our hearts. May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss.
Les Lavene & Courtney Morin
Dear Jim and Joyce and family,
You are both in our thoughts. We were shocked to hear of Tim’s tragic death. It has been nice to read many of the tributes on this page, and although we have never met him, can almost feel his personality jumping out of the words. What a great loss to the ski community, family and friends. We send our sincerest condolences
Sally and Dave Longino
Dear Joyce and family,
We were so sad to hear about the loss of your son. I remember well you speaking about him when Travis would have an appointment with you.
Deb, Doug, Travis and Molly Clapp (Fernie)
Dear Joyce and Family,
Every once in a while someone comes into your life who touches you profoundly. Joyce, you were one of those people for our family. I’ll always remember your reminder to “Talk to our son.” We are thankful we took your advice. Again, a little window into your wisdom came through your daughter Erika. I had the good fortune to work with her a few years ago. What a kind, bright and respectful soul she is. I remember her telling me about a ski trip she had done with her brother, Tim. Although we had never met, in reading all of the stories about your son, he sounds like an amazing fellow. These accounts provide yet another reminder to enjoy life and love those around you…not only because of your enormous loss … but in the way your son lived his life and touched the lives of those he was with.
We are so sorry.
Love,
Michele, Andrew, Noah, Jacob and Devon Maurette
Jim, Joyce and family,
We just heard of Tim’s untimely death last month and wanted to let you all know how saddened we were. Although we didn’t know Tim, other posts allow us to see what a unique person he was and how he touched so many lives with his coaching. It takes a special person to pass on their love of a sport and teach it to others.
Our thoughts are with you and we know you will have the strength to get through this.
Our condolences,
Lynne and Terry Moore and Family
I am so sorry for your loss, our prayers will be with you and your family.
Liza and Emily and family
Dear Joyce and Jim,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Joanne Russell
Dear Jim & Joyce;
Please know that I am truly sorry for your loss, nothing that I or any one else can say makes this tragedy less. However, leaving my thoughts unsaid is not an option.
My thoughts are with you & will be for many years.
Ross
Dear Auntie Joyce, Uncle Jim, Graham, Erika, and Robin,
It is with great sadness that I heard about Tim’s passing. I am still shocked. I am glad you have each other through this time. I can’t even imagine this loss. I keep thinking of all the summers and all us kids playing together at the lake. You are all in my thoughts and my heart,
Love,
Miss Blenya
Dear Jim, Joyce and family,
Please forgive my late entry , however I only received the news of Tim’s tragic passing today. Such profoundly sad news. An unimaginable loss. Holding the memory of Tim close to your hearts everyday will hopefully bring you some small measure of comfort. Please know that you are in our thoughts and our prayers.
Warmest Regards,
Mike and Judy Parsons
Campbell River B.C.
Dear Dr Joyce
You helped me and my husband enormously when our baby was diagnosed with HLHS. Tommy died 9 hours after birth. We just learned of Tim’s death today and we are so very sad for you and your entire family. You will forever be a person who made an unforgettable positive impact in our lives. As we read through these past condolences, it is obvious your son Tim also made an immeasurable impact on others’ lives. He was a precious soul, cut from the same cloth as you. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family as you grieve the enormity of your loss. Love to you and yours, Dr Joyce.
Sincerely,
Anne-Marie and Dave Gaudet
Drs. Harder and family: I was sent a page of the Calgary Herald a few days ago, and was truly saddened and shocked to read of the loss of your son. My deepest sympathies to the entire Harder family. There are so many condolences …. your son was greatly loved and respected and admired, and you should all be extremely proud that he was such a shining star in the many lives that he touched. Catharine Dewar
Dear Jim,Joy and family,
Yesterday I was shocked when I heard about the passing of Tim.I am so sorry about your tremendous loss.Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.